Disclaimer: I do not own Pokemon and If I did Ash would age and win a proper league (Orange Island doesn't count)

A/N: I have decided to post now, as I am not sure I can keep my promise come May. Friday the new Zelda game is released and all my energy and spare time will be put into playing that and completing it.

Battle Frontier Kanto Region Day of the Silver Conference Final (several days ago)

Cramped inside a small house were seven individuals all sat around a tv set watching the final of the Silver Conference. These seven individuals were known as the Frontier brains. Sat on the sofa was an elderly gentleman named Spencer, he was known as the Palace Maven and was in charge of the facility known as the Battle Palace. Being the eldest of all the brain, meant he had the most experience and had seen many trainers come and go, but this individual on the TV screen intrigued the old trainer. Next to Spencer was a girl who was dressed in Japenese martial art attire, this was Greta and she was the brain for the Battle Arena facility, she specialized in fighting type Pokemon and was always ready to put arrogant snot nosed brats in their place when they disrespected her Pokemon or herself. On the other side of Spencer was another girl, this one had long black hair, and unusual red eyes, she was head of the Battle Pike facility and specialized in serpent Pokemon, her favorite was Seviper and her attire represented this quite clearly as the colors and design matched that of Sevipers. Standing behind her looking into a small handheld mirror was the Dome Ace Tucker he was in charge of the Battle Dome facility and tested trainers in double battles. He was also a bit of a celebrity and had a huge fan base following. Next to him was Noland, he was the head brain for the facility known as the Battle Factory, he specialized in flying Pokemon and his test consisted of aerial battles. He also had a good relationship with the legendary Titan of Ice-Articuno and several times the Pokemon had assisted him in challenging trainers, but recently the legendary hadn't been answering his call. On the very end stood Brandon, he was the leader of the brains and second in command to Scott. He was also the brain who governed the final trial of the Frontier the Battle Pyramid. Brandon wasn't a Pokemon trainer by trade, in fact, he was more of an archeologist who studied and researched the legends behind the Regi-trio. Brandon already had two of the three Regi's and was in search of the final one Regice. Once he had all three then he could try capture Rigigigas a Powerful legendary who could only be found once all three other Regi Pokemon had been gathered and presented at a special shrine in Sinnoh.

"Anabel hurry up the match will be starting soon."

The final frontier brain was called Anabel, of all the brains she was the youngest, but she had a special gift, of being able to understand Pokemon's feeling, she could also communicate with them using telepathy. Anabel was fifteen years old and would soon be turning sixteen. Anabel wasn't your typical girl, in fact, she was a bit of a tomboy, and her haircut made it extremely difficult to determine if she was a girl or boy, she even tapped her breast so that she looked more like a boy then a girl, this had lead to several incidents where trainers had suspected her of being a boy. Anabel was known as the Salon Maiden and governed the Battle Tower facility, she was a very tricky brain to deal with due to her ability to use telepathy, which threw many trainers off their game when battling her. She ad been found by Scott at a very young age, she had ran away from an Orphanage, and Scott had found her wet and cold, she had pleaded with him not to take her back as she was being picked on and being called all sorts of names due to her special power. Once Scott had heard her story, he had officially adopted her. As she grew her power got stronger and easier to control thanks to Scotts encouragement and support. When she had turned thirteen Scott had given her the opportunity to try out to become one of the Frontier brains, at that time there was only six facilities. With her Espeon and other psychic Pokemon she was able to beat the Frontier and then was offically made a brain and given the battle Tower to look after.

Anabel grabbed the tray of drinks off the side of the kitchen counter and walked into the large lounge. This was her house and she had decided to throw this little get together so they could watch her favorite trainer battle in the Silver Conference. Anabel had been following Ash since his win in the Indigo League, and rumors were it was Ash who Scott was going to see. Anabel hoped it was true, she would love to meet the trainer in the flesh, the way he treated his Pokemon and how he battled told Anabel he had a deep connection to each of them, and this was what had interested Anabel, maybe Ash had the same gift as her. Although she considered her power a gift, she still felt like she didn't belong, if Ash did have the same gift then she wouldn't have to feel being alone all the time.

"Coming through, has the match started yet?" Anabel placed the tray of drinks down on the table and then sat down on the floor. As she did Espeon laid its head in her lap. The battle had just started and Ash had sent out his Charizard.

"Hmm what an impressive specimen, that Charizard looks very strong and just look at that shine from its scales, it clearly has been raised well." Anabel had to agree with Spenser's assessment all of Ash's Pokemon were strong, and all looked to be at a very high level.

"I say that's a clever trick, I never knew Charizard could evolve again." Tucker was all about flair and presentation and seeing Charizard Mega evolved form had him really interested.

Brendon however shook his head. "Sure it's impressive, but this trainer has relied on using Mega-evolution throughout this entire tournament, in fact, Ash beat him in the group stages. See what I mean, he depends on power too much, and now due to the dragon tail he has no control on what Pokemon will be sent out, this first round will go to Ash."

"That Lucario is in poor condition, it obviously hasn't been raised well." Greta knowing all about fighting type wasn't impressed with Alain's Lucario at all.

"Well, it looks like he got some brains and is switching out again. Good call, but it does give Ash an opportunity to prepare for whatever Alain decides to use next. Oh, Tyranitar that's a good choice." Spenser nodded his head in approval.

"What on earth was that?" Nolan eyes widened as he watched Charizard take to the sky and then used Fire spin to transform the sandstorm into a firestorm." He had never seen anything like what this young trainer was demonstrating.

"Wow, now that is impressive, I see why you like this trainer Anabel, he got some real skills. He has turned this battle right in his favor." Lucy's eyes were glued to the screen this Ash was certainly someone she would like to meet and battle.

Anabel frowned at Lucy, she was the second youngest and would be turning eighteen soon. "Eyes off Ash Lucy, he's mine!"

Lucy giggled, she loved to mess around with Anabel, "Oh really, and when have you ever shown interest in dating? I know for a fact several trainers have tried to ask you out, and you didn't bat an eyelid. So Anabel what makes this Ash any different."

Anabel turned back to the screen. "You wouldn't understand if I told you, besides aren't you dating that gym leader from Pewter, what was his name, Brock?"

Lucy smiled. "Well yes I am actually and he isn't a gym leader anymore, he's training to be a Pokemon doctor. Did you know that Brock travelled with Ash, he told me all types of stories about their adventures and encounter with Pokemon." Lucy noticed Anabel's head snapped around to her, she knew that would grab her attention.

"Really? Anabel wasn't aware that Lucy's boyfriend use to travel with Ash, maybe he would know how she could contact him. "Tell me when he next comes over, I want to ask him something about Ash."

Brendon groaned, to be young again. "You may be able to ask him yourself Anabel, I got a call from Scott earlier and the trainer he is scouting is Ash. By this display so far, I think it is safe to say that Scott will be inviting him to take the Battle Frontier Challenge."

"Oh my, is that really Mew? The boy has a Mew, where did he get it?" Tucker couldn't take his eyes off the screen as he watched the small legendary appear to the shock of the crowd.

Anabel turned to the Dome Ace. "Mew not the only legendary Ash has, so far I have seen him use Mew, Latios, and Darkrai, but rumors are he has more legendaries."

This statement had impressed all the brains and they watched as the battle drew to a close and Lucario fell from Charizard Blast Burn. Everyone was in agreement this was a trainer they all wanted to battle, Anabel especially, she wanted to find out if Ash had the same gift as her.

Present day Pallet Town

Ash stood in front of his bedroom mirror and frowned at his reflection. Mr Goodshow had sent him a gift, however, Ash wasn't sure if the gift suited him or not. It was a coat that apparently all champions were issued. Inside the coat were specially designed pockets for poke balls. Ash twirled a little and noticed Pikachu was stood on his bed tilting his head to the side.

"Seriously boss, you're going to wear that?"

Ash turned to his started and shrugged. "Well if I do wear it then it will allow me to carry more Poke balls, but still it kind of reminds me of that rogue Aura user we encountered. He had something on like this. Don't get me wrong I'm grateful for all the help and support Mr Goodshow is giving me, example now removing the limit, so I can now carry as many Poke balls as I want, but still this is going a little too far.

Knock, Knock

"Come in." Ash noticed his bedroom door opened and Sabrina and Cynthia walked in, they had seen the gift when Ash had opened it, and they wanted to see just how good Ash looked in it. They both thought he was getting a little old for his normal attire and needed to change up his fashion a little. The coat gave him the sense of mystery and that sort of bad boy look, which excited both Cynthia and Sabrina. Both girls looked at their boyfriend dressed in his new Champion coat, and both blushed, he did look good. In fact, he looked yummy.

"It suits you, Ash, you look quite hot in it too." Ash blinked in surprise were they being serious?

"I am not sure, I mean doesn't it remind you a little of that rogue aura user we encountered, he had something on like this, I don't want to be mistaken for someone like that, and this coat gives me that delinquent type look."

Cynthia left the bed and walked up to Ash, she took hold of both sides of his coat and adjusted them. "Some girls like that type of look, me included Ash. Besides, we know you're not like him, plus this make you look a little older, in fact, you better take it off now, otherwise something might happen, and we don't want your mom walking in on that do we."

Ash looked at Cynthia he could tell she was getting all hot and bothered, her cheeks were flushed and she was giving him those eyes that he normally only saw at night. Ash quickly discarded the coat and placed it on a hanger, he would decide later if he was going to wear it.

Ash had been home for three days and already he couldn't wait to get started on his next adventure. He had received word from Scott, that he would meet them in Viridian City. Now that the limit had been removed, he was planning to take everyone with him. He wanted them all to experience battling in the Frontier, including his legendaries. His three Johto starters had all recently evolved too.

"Ash honey, I have just finished ironing your clothes, I'm going to bring them up."

Ash heard his mom's footsteps on the stairs, he took a quick look around his room, if his mom saw the mess he was going to get it. Clothes, books were scattered everywhere. Ash rushed to his door and slammed it shut.

"Hang on Mum, I am just changing." Ash looked to Sabrina and Cynthia and titled his head towards the mess and then towards the cupboard. It didn't take them long to get his message and soon all three were gathering up clothes and shoving them in the laundry basket, the books were stuffed in the cupboard, even Pikachu was helping by fluffing his pillows and adjusting his quilt. Finally, everything was off the floor and Ash opened the door to his mom.

Delia walked into the room and took a quick sniff. "Oh, Ash it stinks in here." Delia placed her son's clothes on the bed and pulled open his curtains and then opened the window. She then turned and noticed the full basket. "I thought I asked you to bring everything down mister, oh well you're lucky I'm just about to put on another load." Delia grabbed the basket and left the room, leaving the three teens alone once more.

Ash sighed that was close, he opened the cupboard and pulled out all the books and placed them on his bookcase neatly. "Thank you two that was close. Now what say we go get some Ice Cream my treat."

Cynthia and Sabrina couldn't resist ice cream and both eagerly accepted. They had already had lunch. Ash grabbed the coat and put it on, he would try and see how it felt to walk in it. He removed his cap and brushed his hair a little. "Maybe I should get a haircut too."

"Cynthia thought that was a great idea. "Good idea Ash, you could do with a more modern look, besides the cap and the coat doesn't really go together. Now the coat and short spiky brown hair might look good. Come on we can get your haircut and then go for that ice cream."

Ash groaned, it seems Cynthia really wanted him to wear this coat, he picked up his wallet and let Pikachu climb up onto his shoulder. All three teens then left the house and headed towards the barbers. Pallet Town was only small so it didn't take them long to reach the barber. The three teens entered the store, soon as they did those insides greeted them warmly.

"I wondered when you would be in Ash, it seems like forever, since you had your last hair cut. Please take a seat." Winston Bowler had been running the barbers in Pallet Town for over twenty years and remembered Ash when he was just a baby getting his first hair cut. Eventually, he finished up with his current customer. "Okay Ash you're up next, tell me what do you want me to do? The normal?" Ash was about to reply but it was Sabrina who interrupted.

"Actually sir, we were wondering if you could cut it short, but just have enough hair on the top to run some gel or wax into it, so it spikes up a little."

Winston was surprised and looked down to Ash who was looking in the mirror and shrugged his shoulders, it was clear who wore the trousers in this relationship. Not seeing any objections Winston began to cut Ash's hair.

Half an hour later it was done, Ash now had short spiky hair, that added a few years to his looks. Winston grabbed the wax and rubbed some into his hand before he started to style Ash's hair a little until it was all spiky. "There, I doubt your mom will recognize you, Ash, in fact, doubt anyone will."

Ash looked into the mirror, his long shaggy brown hair, laid on the floor around his chair, he turned his head towards both girls who gave him a huge thumbs up. Ash climbed out of the chair and paid Winston the fee, he let the old barber keep the change as a tip, which was gratefully appreciated. He and the girls then left the barbers and walked down towards the cafe. They sat outside and ordered three of the biggest Ice cream sundaes. As they sat enjoying their desserts Ash heard someone call his name.

"Ash is that you?" Ash looked over and blinked, there was a girl with long brown hair, dressed in a pink shirt and was wearing a green apron, upon her head was a green headband, and in the girl's arms was a Vulpix. The girl's name was Daisy and she was Gary's older sister. Ash use to have a huge crush on her, that was until he met Sabrina and Cynthia.

"Hey Daisy, how have you been? Won any contest lately?"

Daisy Oak worked part time as a Pokemon groomer, in Pallet Town, but when she wasn't working, she was traveling all over the world entering Pokemon contests. Ash remembered being in her room when he was a little younger, she had quite a few ribbons and certificates on her wall. Ash noticed Cynthia and Sabrina were looking over towards Ash.

"Sorry, Sabrina, Cynthia, this is Daisy Oak, Gary sister and the granddaughter of Professor Oak, she a Pokemon coordinator."

Daisy smiled at Sabrina and Cynthia. "It's pleasure to meet you both, this is Vulpix, she only a baby and recently hatched. Her mom is one of my Pokemon." Daisy let Cynthia pet the Vulpix much to the little Pokemon joy. "So Ash, three times league winner, and the pride of Pallet Town. I see all the time you spent at our house and granddads lab paid off. By the way like the haircut, make you look older."

Ash's cheeks tinted a little, although he had got over his crush, he still had a soft spot for Daisy. "Yeah, I'm planning to take on the Battle Frontier next? By the way Daisy, are you still doing Pokemon contests?"

Daisy nodded. "Yep, I just got back from Hoenn finished second in the Grand festival, it came right down to the wire, but I was beaten by a really good Coordinator, however, I plan to try again next year. Due to rules, I have to gain five ribbons once again, so will be traveling back there in a few months. So where is this Battle Frontier, I have never heard of such a place."

Ash pulled out the Pokenav Scott had given him. "We don't know much about it either. All I know is there are seven facilities littered all over Kanto. Each one is governed by a tough trainer known as a Frontier brain, and I have to beat all seven, to be crowned champion of the Battle Frontier. Once I have completed that it will be off to Hoenn to take part in the Everglade Conference, Cynthia will also be competing. So we might bump into you over there if you're entering the Grand festival again."

Daisy smiled. "Maybe, in fact, why don't you enter the contest Ash, you can pick up a co-ordinator pass in Slateport city."

Ash shook his head. "Contest aren't my thing, I am only interested in battling, hey Sabrina that's an idea, why don't you enter? With all your psychic Pokemon, I bet you could be a great coordinator."

Sabrina was surprised by Ash's idea, it would give her something to do, plus it could be fun. "I might try it, see how I Like it."

Daisy was thrilled. "Great can you hold Vulpix for me, I will be right back." Daisy placed the small fox Pokemon into Sabrina's arms and ran across the road into the shop she was working at. She returned several minutes later with a bag, which she handed to Sabrina, she then took Vulpix back.

"In there is everything you need to know about Pokemon contests, there is also a spare Pokeblock kit, so you can make your own poke blocks, to bring out the best in all your Pokemon. Well, I better get back to the shop, nice seeing you Ash and Cynthia, and Sabrina I wish you the best of luck, who knows maybe we will even face each other in the Grand festival." Daisy then left and returned back to the shop, leaving Ash and the girls to think about Pokemon battles and Pokemon contests.

A/N: I thought it was odd not to have Sabrina involved in something, so decided that she would be taking May's place in entering Pokemon Contests.